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If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an... more » If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an elegant mansion. That house and other restored historic homes are open to the public. There's much more here to fascinate the history enthusiast: the Old Market House and the Historical Society and Museum, housed in a stunning Italianate home. Before its Civil War glory days, Galena was a booming lead-mining town. Today, you can descend underground into the Vinegar Hill Lead Mine. But don't stay down there too long, or you won't get to enjoy the rolling hills and lush valleys of this charming getaway, which also offers fine dining, numerous bed and breakfasts, golfing and antiquing. « less
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“Country Inns and Suites in Galena is our 2nd home!”

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Galena

5 of 5 stars
mamadeniece
Central Illinois
Nov 11, 2009

We LOVE Country Inns and Suites in Galena. The staff there makes us feel like family. No matter what we need, they try to accomodate us. Our kids and grandkids love the pool. Breakfast is always...more

“Great with Kids”

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Galena

5 of 5 stars
sunflowermama97
canton, Il
Nov 11, 2009

We just stayed at this hotel over the weekend and we had a great time! They have an awesome baby pool for our little kids and a water slide for the older ones. They wanted to go back over and over to...more

“Abbey's is our home away from home in Galena!!”

Abbey's High Street Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
happycouple1982
Woodstock, IL
Nov 11, 2009

My husband and I love Abbey's and have stayed there at least 5 or 6 times in the last several years. Tom and Kathleen are the nicest, most down to earth people you would ever hope to meet. We feel...more

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